We are the Kilmarnock & Loudoun Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
This is a B + walk.
We start walking from St Kessog's Church along Campsie Dene Rd, Blanefield until we reach Cantywheery cottage where we begin to climb. We follow a stream steeply uphill. The path levels off before climbing steeply again to the summit of Dumgoyne 427metres where we can have extensive 360 degree views weather permitting. We then begin our descent towards Glengoyne Distillery. Great care has to be taken due to the steep descent and also the path is heavily eroded. Toilets are available at Glengoyne distillery and also a fresh water tap, we will have a lunch stop here. We then cross the busy A81 and join the West Highland Way which takes us to a path leading to Blanefield and back to our car park. Gaiters and poles are required.
Care required with the steep ascent and descent and also crossing the A81. There are some stiles and gates to climb.
Travel directions.
Travel towards Glasgow and then take the Clyde Tunnel going towards Anniesland Cross, follow signs for Aberfoyle. At Canniesburn roundabout take the road for Milngavie A81 and follow this out to Strathblane Road which takes you to Blanefield. In Blanefield look out for the war memorial on the right turn right here and then immediately right to the car park behind St Kessog's Church. A donation can be given for parking if you wish.
Please let the leader know if you wish to drive there direct. Moblie 07720303313.
Travel distance round trip 70 miles £25 per car.
Meet at East Ayrshire Council Headquarters car park at 08.20 to arrange car share and leave promptly for Blanefield at 08.30.
St. Kessog's Church, Blanefield
